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March 27, 2025 โ€ข 20 mins

In this episode of Realizations ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ, the host interviews Robert Reffkin, the CEO and founder of Compass ๐Ÿงญ. Reffkin shares the story behind the company's name, inspired by the idea of helping clients navigate challenging times ๐Ÿก๐Ÿ”.

He also discusses his diverse background ๐ŸŒ, from running marathons for charity ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿ’™, working at the White House ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ, to entering finance ๐Ÿ’ฐโ€”spurred on by his mother's career as a real estate agent ๐Ÿ .

Reffkin emphasizes Compass's principles of entrepreneurship ๐Ÿš€ and their mission to better support agents ๐Ÿค. He also voices strong opinions on real estate industry regulations โš–๏ธ, like the NARโ€™s clear cooperation policy, advocating for transparency ๐Ÿ”Ž and choice for homeowners.

Additionally, Reffkin highlights the impact of strong women ๐Ÿ’ช in his life and the significance of giving back through community initiatives like Compass Cares โค๏ธ. He shares his vision for the future of Compass and the real estate profession, aiming to elevate its status ๐Ÿ“ˆ and foster greater community involvement ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ’ก.

๐Ÿ‘ค Featuring:

๐Ÿก : Robert Reffkin

Robert Reffkin founded Compass in 2012, drawing inspiration from his mother, Ruth, a longtime real estate agent. Under his leadership, Compass ascended to become the country's #1 real estate brokerage in the United States, achieving half a trillion dollars in real estate sales. Robert holds both a B.A. and M.B.A. from Columbia University, and his professional background includes roles at McKinsey and Goldman Sachs, along with a tenure as a White House Fellow. Beyond his business endeavors, he has run 50 marathons in 50 states, raising $1 million for charitiesโ€“including the nonprofit America Needs You, which he founded to empower young people from underprivileged backgrounds, assisting them in becoming the first in their families to attend college. He is also donating all of his proceeds from his recent book, No One Succeeds Alone, to nonprofits that help young people realize their dreams.

๐Ÿ’ก Key Topics Covered:

โœ… Why Robert founded Compass and the meaning behind its name

โœ… The 8 Compass Entrepreneurship Principles that drive success

โœ… How Robert's background in government and finance shaped his leadership

โœ… The importance of empowering real estate agents and supporting their success

โœ… Insights into clear cooperation and its impact on the real estate industry

โœ… Robert's vision for real estate in the next five years and Compassโ€™ role in it

โœ… The role of strong women in Robertโ€™s life and how it influences Compassโ€™ culture

โœ… The importance of giving back through Compass Cares

๐ŸŽต Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights!
๐Ÿ’ผ Connect with Robert Reffkin:

๐ŸŒ Website โ†’ http://www.robertreffkin.com/

๐Ÿ‘ป Facebook โ†’ https://www.facebook.com/robert.reffkin

๐Ÿ“ธ Instagram โ†’ https://www.instagram.com/robreffkin/

๐Ÿ’ผ LinkedIn โ†’ https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertreffkin
๐ŸŽง Follow Andrea Gordon:

๐ŸŒ Website โ†’ https://andreagordon.com/

๐Ÿ‘ป Facebook โ†’ https://www.facebook.com/AndreaGordonRealEstate/

๐Ÿ“ธ Instagram โ†’ https://www.instagram.com/andreagordonrealestate/

๐Ÿ’ผ LinkedIn โ†’ https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreagordonrealestate/

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